I have been having severe pain in my left shoulder extending to the base of my neck for about 10 days now. I thought it was just a stiff neck from sleeping in a bad position. Yesterday I went to the doctor as it had gotten so bad I could stand it no longer.

I have to go for an x-ray today but the Doctor is not expecting that to show anything.

Doctor say's it is mostly a "Frozen Shoulder"!

Having looked that up on the internet, it would seem that this could last for some years!!

I can say that this is extremely painful!

Quote:People who suffer from adhesive capsulitis usually experience severe problems sleeping for prolonged periods due to pain that gets worse when lying still, and restricted movement/positions. The condition can lead to depression, pain, problems in the neck and back and severe weight loss due to long-term lack of deep sleep. People who suffer from adhesive capsulitis may have extreme difficulty concentrating, working or performing daily life activities for extended periods of time. The condition tends to be self-limiting and usually resolves over time without surgery. Most people regain about 90% of shoulder motion over time.

I had a frozen shoulder once in my lifetime - in my twenties. That was when I was working two jobs and the overuse caused my left shoulder area to freeze up and even dressing was difficult. I had to quit both jobs and do absolutely nothing for a few months, then when it felt better I started physiotherapy; a daily routine with ever-increasing strengthening exercises after certain milestones. It worked and I was back to normal within six months and back to work. I have never pushed it again after that.

I hope you don't have anything more serious because with rest and exercise you can return to normal.

(11-06-2014, 04:47 PM)UniqueStranger Wrote: I had a frozen shoulder once in my lifetime - in my twenties. That was when I was working two jobs and the overuse caused my left shoulder area to freeze up and even dressing was difficult. I had to quit both jobs and do absolutely nothing for a few months, then when it felt better I started physiotherapy; a daily routine with ever-increasing strengthening exercises after certain milestones. It worked and I was back to normal within six months and back to work. I have never pushed it again after that.

I hope you don't have anything more serious because with rest and exercise you can return to normal.

I hope so. Thanks.

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(11-06-2014, 04:47 PM)UniqueStranger Wrote: I had a frozen shoulder once in my lifetime - in my twenties. That was when I was working two jobs and the overuse caused my left shoulder area to freeze up and even dressing was difficult. I had to quit both jobs and do absolutely nothing for a few months, then when it felt better I started physiotherapy; a daily routine with ever-increasing strengthening exercises after certain milestones. It worked and I was back to normal within six months and back to work. I have never pushed it again after that.

I hope you don't have anything more serious because with rest and exercise you can return to normal.

(11-06-2014, 04:47 PM)UniqueStranger Wrote: I had a frozen shoulder once in my lifetime - in my twenties. That was when I was working two jobs and the overuse caused my left shoulder area to freeze up and even dressing was difficult. I had to quit both jobs and do absolutely nothing for a few months, then when it felt better I started physiotherapy; a daily routine with ever-increasing strengthening exercises after certain milestones. It worked and I was back to normal within six months and back to work. I have never pushed it again after that.

I hope you don't have anything more serious because with rest and exercise you can return to normal.

I hope so. Thanks.

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